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News Feed Latest worldwide news Swiss banks steer clear of consolidation GENEVA (Reuters) - Swiss private bankers say a capital shortfall in the financial sector and a clampdown on tax evasion stand in the way of much-need consolidation in an industry battling rising... Bubba on shaping shots Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson talks family, Golf Boys, that playoff and shows us how he shapes those shots. Gene study uncovers origins of many common cancers LONDON (Reuters) - Researchers in Britain have set out the first comprehensive map of mutational processes behind the development of tumors - work that should in future lead to better ways to treat and prevent a wide range of cancers. T Magazine Feeling For | Nashville, New and Improved With a glut of new restaurant and retail openings this fall, Nashville seems ready to become the next hipster enclave of the South. Mississippi alligator hunting season gets off to a record start JACKSON, Mississippi (Reuters) - Mississippi hunters smashed back-to-back records on the opening weekend of the state's 10-day alligator season by bagging some of the biggest critters on the... Ladies Who Power Lunch Women in New York are redefining the ritual of red meat and business talk. North Korea executes leader's ex Aug. 29 The ex-girlfriend of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un was among several performers put to death on pornography allegations, a South Korean newspaper reports. Lindsey Parietti reports. Alpine Wrestling festival spotlights brawn, Swiss pride BURGDORF, Switzerland (Reuters) - Matthias Sempach, a 27-year-old farmer and butcher, knew exactly what he had to do to earn his title on Sunday of "King of the Alpine Wrestlers" hang onto his... Car Bombings in Baghdad Follow a Familiar Pattern At least 46 people were killed in a string of blasts around Baghdad, reinforcing fears that Iraq is reverting to the dark days of sectarian civil war. Africa's digital music scene Robyn Curnow looks at how Africa's upcoming artists are turning to the digital world to overcome traditional barriers. Bale's move to Real Madrid finally done The longest transfer saga of the summer came to an end when Gareth Bale officially signed for Real Madrid. It's not known for sure if the fee is a world record but Bale did make it clear that he was overjoyed to be joining the Spanish giant. Director Morris defends his 'smiling Rumsfeld' film VENICE (Reuters) - American filmmaker Errol Morris defended "The Unknown Known" on Wednesday from criticism he failed to ask tough questions in his documentary profile of former U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, who oversaw the Iraq War. Bolt to Retire After Rio Olympics Usain Bolt said he planned to retire after the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Career Couch Avoiding Collisions of Church and the Workplace When it comes to religious expression at work, employers must balance the interests of the business with their employeesx2019; beliefs, workplace experts say. FOREX-Dollar drops as investors embrace risk ahead of U.S. jobs data * Dollar falls from six-week high against other major currencies Straight Sets Federer Paid Price for Not Adjusting His Game Plan Roger Federer held fast to a game plan that seemed better suited for playing Rafael Nadal than Tommy Robredo. Europe, on Sidelines, Waits for Next Move on Syria Europeans, divided over Syria, arrive at this weeks meeting of the Group of 20 nations waiting for the United States to take the lead on the conflict. Arsenal Shows Money Cant Buy Magic Tottenham made a flurry of purchases that were enabled by its fee for Gareth Bale, but Arsenal showed the value of timing and teamwork in a 1-0 victory in the rivals derby match. Brushing aside radiation worry, Tokyo says it's as safe as NYC BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Tokyo's Olympic bid chief on Wednesday played down fears the Fukushima water crisis could dent the city's gambit to host the 2020 Summer Games, saying the Japanese capital is as safe as London, New York City and Paris. Can cruising regain public trust? Richard Quest speaks with Alan Buckelew, CEO of Princess Cruises, who says the industry cannot afford more accidents. Obama to meet with Russian gay rights activists Sept. 3 - U.S. President Barack Obama will meet with Russian gay rights activists in St. Petersburg ahead of the G20 Summit. Deborah Gembara reports. Elisia Abrams, Keath Blatt Bound by the Memory of Her Father The bride is the general counsel for Willoughby Capital Holdings; the groom is the in-house counsel for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. News Corp sells Dow Jones community papers in $87 mln deal Sept 4 (Reuters) - Newcastle Investment Corp bought a group of News Corp newspapers, formerly known as the Ottaway chain, for $87 million including $33 million of debt, the company said on Wednesday. Leaders backing Obama but questions of overall Syria strategy remain Sept. 3 - Leaders in the House say they support the Obama administration's plea for military action in Syria, but others say more information is needed. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Square Feet Sudden Burst of Residential Activity in an Overlooked Slice of TriBeCa On a four-block stretch of Broadway, between Worth and Walker Streets, nine new residential projects are in the works, bringing more than 430 new condominium units to the area. U.S. State Department won't fire employees over Benghazi Four State Department workers who were put on leave after last year's attack on a U.S. mission in Libya will be allowed to resume work, but in different positions, a senior State Department official told CNN on Tuesday. On the Runway Blog Enter the New Designer Stars at New York Fashion Week (or So They Hope) This Fashion Week is chockablock with new names. Nyad 1st to Swim to Florida From Cuba Without Cage Looking dazed and sunburned, U.S. endurance swimmer Diana Nyad walked ashore Monday, becoming the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without the help of a shark cage. Vodafone, Syria threat weigh on Britain's FTSE * Extends losses into close as U.S. Republican speaker backs Syria action Smith to Start at Quarterback in Jets Opener The team announced the rookie Geno Smith would start on Sunday against Tampa Bay, confirming what had been presumed since Mark Sanchez injured his shoulder on Aug. 24. Recipes for Health Cucumber, Melon and Watermelon Salad This dish provides a sweet and savory mix of crunchy, thirst-quenching fruits and vegetables. Allies Intelligence Differs on Details, but Still Points to Assad Forces The United States and its allies differ on some intelligence estimates when it comes to chemical weapons use in Syria, but all agree that only the Assad government had the means to launch attacks. Analysis U.S. strike on Syria could derail Iran president's master plan DUBAI (Reuters) - If one thing could scuttle Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's big plan - to fix Iran's economy by winning some relief from Western sanctions - a U.S. strike on Tehran's ally Syria is it. Sweden's Princess Madeleine to have baby in March STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Princess Madeleine, fourth in line to the Swedish throne, is expecting her first child, the royal court said on Tuesday. Corner Office To MasterCardx2019;s Retiring Chief, the X Factor is Presence Robert W. Selander, who is retiring this week as chief executive of MasterCard, says it is important for leaders to relate to stakeholders at different levels of their companies. On the Runway Blog New York Fashion Week Daily Preview Wednesday, Sept. 4 Heres what to expect from our reporters and editors and todays key shows. Netiquette Saying farewell So many folks manage to lose their netiquette heads when they scramble, legs flailing and akimbo, toward the denouement of events and life chapters. So here is the ultimate (get it?) digital-etiquette guide to a polite big finish. Freedom! 10 trips without the kids It's time to consider a grown-up getaway. Japan vows quick action, public funds for Fukushima TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan vowed quick, decisive action, including the use of public funds, to tackle the worsening problem of contaminated water pouring from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant, as the authorities step in to help the facility's embattled operator. Part of the A.C.L. Family, With the Scars to Show for It The N.F.L. stars Robert Griffin III and Darrelle Revis are the latest players to come back quickly from a knee injury that once ended careers.

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